The Hellenic Presidential Guard (Evzones) has added another commitment to their Australia visit for ANZAC Week, with them set to visit the Greek Community Home for the Aged in Sydney.
The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW announced that the Evzones will visit the Earlwood facility on 30 April at 1pm.
The Evzones will be in Sydney to participate in the official commemorative ceremonies held in honour and remembrance of ANZAC Week, with the visit to the Home adding to their schedule.
Harry Danalis, GOC NSW President, praised the initiative which will see the visiting members of the Hellenic Presidential Guard meet with the facility’s residents, staff and other members of the wider community.
“This visit by the Evzones is a deeply symbolic and moving gesture, especially for the elderly residents of our Home who have carried Greek values and traditions with them throughout their lives,” Danalis said in a press release.
“We are honoured to welcome this elite ceremonial unit to our community. Their presence reminds us of the sacrifices made for our freedom and the beauty of our cultural identity that lives on in generations both young and old.”
The Evzones are recognised globally by their iconic traditional uniform, complete with the fustanella, red tsarouhia shoes, and immaculately choreographed movements.
With roots to elite units in the Greek War of Independence, they represent the soul of Hellenism and the continuity of a proud cultural legacy.
Community members are all encouraged to attend the free event and see the Evzones for themselves.
